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$101,155$67 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 78How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $25,000 on May 20, 2013

8551 WESTFIELD ST

DETROIT, MI 48204
1.5
Baths
1,500 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$101K
$79K low$123K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$25,000 · May 20, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,135 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$58,900 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$53,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$117,800

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyWAYNE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 209 ft²

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Barton Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Mackenzie Elementary-Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades PK–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Cody High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi

District: Detroit Public Schools Community District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48204These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.160
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.30

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.72%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.3%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.30%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,751
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,342 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$34,600
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$50,602
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.33 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.53%

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How this home compares

8551 Westfield St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 91% of homes in Barton / McFarland
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Wayne County
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Barton / McFarland
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Wayne County
  • Older than 80% of homes in Wayne County

What homes are worth in Detroit 48204

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$24K$184K

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Detroit 48204.

How it measures up in Detroit 48204

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Detroit 48204.

Estimated value$101,155
CheaperTypical $57,157Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$67
CheaperTypical $47Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Living area1,500 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 3,920 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 8551 Westfield St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBarton / McFarlandDetroit 48204Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$101,15591% of homes86% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$6763% of homes75% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than1,500 ft²78% of homes63% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac67% of homes73% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than193044% of homes74% of homes20% of homes

About 8551 Westfield St

How much is 8551 Westfield St, Detroit, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8551 Westfield St, Detroit, MI is $101,155 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $78,932 to $123,378. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8551 Westfield St, Detroit, MI last sell?

8551 Westfield St, Detroit, MI last sold on May 20, 2013 for $25,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8551 Westfield St, Detroit, MI?

8551 Westfield St, Detroit, MI has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,500 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 8551 Westfield St, Detroit, MI built?

8551 Westfield St, Detroit, MI was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8551 Westfield St, Detroit, MI?

8551 Westfield St, Detroit, MI is assigned to Barton Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Mackenzie Elementary-Middle School (middle), rated F; Cody High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Detroit Public Schools Community District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8551 Westfield St, Detroit, MI compare to other homes in Detroit 48204?

Among the 9,522 homes in Detroit 48204, it is worth more than 86% of them ($101,155 against a typical $57,157), its price per square foot is higher than 75% of them ($67 against a typical $47), it is bigger than 63% of them (1,500 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 3,920 ft²) and it is newer than 74% of them (1930 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 27% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 8551 Westfield St, Detroit, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8551 Westfield St, Detroit, MI was $1,135. The county assessed it at $58,900.

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